Tim Minchin (Australian comedian, actor, writer, musician, composer) gave the 2013 University of Western Australia (his old University) graduation address and it is arguably the greatest graduation speech ever.
The video of that talk has nearly 5 million views on You Tube, of which I am probably the contender for the single biggest contributor. I can honestly watch it over and over and over again. Hell funny and wise, it contains some nuggets that could really change the way you see things, and approach life.
There’s no blinkist version – the beauty is in the full 20 minute address. But to trigger my own memory I’ve listed his 9 lessons below. But whatever you do - watch the video!
1. You Don’t Have To Have A Dream. 2. Don’t Seek Happiness 3. Remember, It’s All Luck 4. Exercise
5. Be Hard On Your Opinions 6. Be a teacher. 7. Define Yourself By What You Love 8. Respect People With Less Power Than You.
9. Don’t Rush.
